EIB Partners with One World Media to Support Women’s Solutions Reporting Award

EIB Partners with One World Media to Support Women’s Solutions Reporting Award

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and One World Media (OWM) continue their partnership for the Women’s Solutions Reporting Award, recognizing media coverage that highlights the role of women in addressing global challenges. This award, part of the 2025 One World Media Awards, celebrates the impact of women on issues such as financial inclusion, climate action, and education, aiming to inspire further change and gender equality.

(PRESS RELEASE) LUXEMBOURG, 15-Feb-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — The European Investment Bank (EIB) continues its ongoing partnership with One World Media (OWM) for the fifth consecutive year, supporting the Women’s Solutions Reporting Award. This award is one of 13 prestigious accolades that recognize exceptional media coverage from and about the global south. The OWM Awards honor journalism and filmmaking that challenge stereotypes, reshape narratives, and enhance understanding across diverse global issues.

The Women’s Solutions Reporting Award, in particular, focuses on celebrating the crucial contributions of women in addressing global challenges. From financial inclusion and climate action to advancements in healthcare and education, the award shines a spotlight on the transformative initiatives led by women around the world. By amplifying these stories, the award seeks to inspire action and demonstrate how women are driving the change needed for a more sustainable and equitable future.

Vivienne Francis, Director of One World Media, remarked, “In a time when the rights and freedoms of women and girls are under threat globally, we are proud to support storytelling that brings attention to these critical issues. These stories showcase the power of journalism to create meaningful social change and improve lives.”

Margaret Carroll, acting Head of the EIB Social Policy Unit and one of the judges for the Women’s Solutions Reporting Award, added, “We are honored to support this vital award once again in collaboration with OWM. It reflects our firm commitment to gender equality and empowering women economically. The stories highlighted through this award each year are a testament to innovation and resilience, offering hope and inspiration in today’s world.”

As the announcement of the 2025 One World Media Awards winners approaches in June, anticipation builds to celebrate the impactful stories of women who are not only making a difference today but also inspiring the next generation of female leaders.

The full list of One World Media Awards categories includes:

• Current Affairs Award
• Environmental Reporting
• Feature Documentary Award
• Innovative Storytelling Award
• Journalist of the Year Award
• News Award
• Podcast & Radio Award
• Print Award
• Refugee Reporting Award
• Short Documentary Award
• Student Award
• Press Freedom Award
• Women’s Solutions Reporting Award

About One World Media

One World Media is a non-profit organisation in the United Kingdom that supports journalists and filmmakers covering stories about the global south. For more than three decades, the organisation has worked with partners in the United Kingdom and around the world to strengthen international journalism and promote media coverage of global issues. The One World Media Awards will look for entries that show relevance, originality and creativity, substance and accuracy, impact and reach, diversity and quality.

About the European Investment Bank

The European Investment Bank (EIB) is the long-term lending institution of the European Union owned by its Member States. It finances investments that contribute towards EU policy goals. EIB projects bolster competitiveness, drive innovation, promote sustainable development, enhance social and territorial cohesion, and support a just and swift transition to climate neutrality.

To enhance the positive impact of its activities on gender equality and empower women and girls, the EIB Group adopted a Strategy on Gender Equality and Women’s Economic Empowerment and a Gender Action Plan, with the aim of embedding gender equality and in particular women’s economic empowerment in the EIB’s business model. It covers its lending, blending and advisory work within and outside the European Union. The EIB Group is also committed to driving gender equality in the workplace.

Media Contact:

Anne-Laure Gaffuri
a.gaffuri@eib.org
+352 4379 – 83689

Press Office
press@eib.org
+352 43791

SOURCE: European Investment Bank